Archive for the ‘Editorial’ Category

Hair Angels – Editorial with Sherri Jesse This Hair Angels series was created specifically for an NAHA entry and also for publication submission. The concept was by Sherri Jesse (hair stylist), it was photographed by Chicago’s Jean Sweet and the wardrobe and set was styled/designed by San Francisco avant garde wardrobe designer Jennifer Lynn. We were lucky to not only be published once but twice, you can find this Hair Angels spread in Dark Beauty and as the cover / main spread for How by Hair’s How. The theme was bonded by the wardrobe color choice – a natural nude Read More …

Valentines Day Editorial This Valentines day editorial was published in 2 magazines this February: Peluquerias (international) and Launch Pad (US). The team was composed of: Photography: Jean Sweet http://www.curv.com/ Hair: Ronnette Franklin, Mel Melissa Terhune, Melissa Milward Ingersoll Fashion Styling & Set: Jennifer Lynn / Unconventional Artist Makeup: Jeanette Frost This was done in conjunction with Jean Sweet’s avant garde workshop. Each hair stylist was assigned a model and each had 1 look to complete the four look Valentine’s day editorial spreads we were submitting. The background was very easy to make but it was time consuming, see our previous post here. Read More …

Paper Dress Creating a Paper Dress is a great way to try your hand at wardrobe design. It’s great because (#1) the materials are inexpensive(#2) you don’t necessarily need to know how to sew (#3) it’s trendy – all your new found fashion is eco friendly. Over the years I have tried my hand at it in a literal, abstract, and artistic way. From unique pieces for photography workshops with low budgets to green concept editorials to abstract avant garde pieces with amazingly unique textures and shapes. Contact me today to hire me for your next project! The above piece is from Read More …

Fall Foliage and Leaf Dresses A long time friend contacted me asking to create a piece for her. This three photo series is what came from her request. I gathered inspiration from the world around which at that time was classic October autumn leaves. It was perfect out – the leaves JUST changed color a few days before the shoot was scheduled. I went and collected leaves from the larger leafed trees and went to work. Because I was using real material, the outfit had to be made the night before and it turned into a race against time. Upon Read More …

Enchanted Brides – Fairy Tale Shoot and Editorial This concept was to bring a modern twist to the old stories through fashion styling and hair design. The beautiful white bridal dresses were contemporary yet classic in design. By added various accessories and placing the models in mood setting backgrounds to tell the story, the concept came to life. First up: The Evil Witch from Snow White. With a high contrast background and foreground color this image is by far the strongest. The Avant garde hair design mimics a beehive but with added braids, it is the perfect modern twist on Read More …